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Kootenay earthquake part of region’s normal seismic activity

Environment Storrm Lennie -
The early-morning earthquake that rattled the Kootenays on Thursday is within the range of seismic activity expected in the region, according to a Natural Resources Canada seismologist.

Creating a Buzz: Creston Honey producer named rise awards finalist

Community Kate Brown -
A Creston honey producer is gaining provincial recognition for its community involvement after being named a finalist in the 2026 BC Food & Beverage Rise Awards.

Columbia Basin farms turn to solar power and new crop trials

Community Kate Brown -
Columbia Basin food producers are turning to solar energy and experimenting with new crops through two Columbia Basin Trust programs aimed at reducing costs and strengthening regional food production.

“Mystery solved”: B.C. Hydro says it found the floating island that appeared, then vanished, on B.C. lake

Environment Emily Joveski -
B.C. Hydro has tracked down a massive floating island that mysteriously drifted across Williston Reservoir before seemingly disappearing.

Longtime firefighter appointed interim chief in Creston

Town of Creston My Creston Now Staff -
The Creston Valley Fire Department has a new interim leader. Longtime firefighter Laura Dodman has been appointed interim fire chief following the departure of Jared Riel.

Evolution Martial Arts Creston wins four medals at Taekwon-Do International World Cup

Sports Kate Brown -
Two Creston martial artists returned home with four medals after competing at the Taekwon-Do International World Cup in Lethbridge..

Donation helps Creston Valley Hospital upgrade newborn care

Health Layne Gallant -
The Creston Valley Hospital will be able to provide better support to new born babies thanks to a $10,000 donation from the Creston Valley Hospital Tuck Shop. 

Two West Kootenay residents receive Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship

Construction Kate Brown -
Two West Kootenay residents are among three Columbia Basin students receiving this year's Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship, which supports people who have demonstrated perseverance in the face of adversity as they pursue post-secondary education and career goals.

Mayor DeBoon to step away from local politics after two terms

2026 Municipal Election Storrm Lennie -
After eight years in local government, including the last four as mayor, Arnold DeBoon has decided to step away from politics.

Man presented with Medal of Bravery in Yahk incident

Community Greg Nesteroff -
A Trail resident has been presented with a Medal of Bravery by the Governor General for his efforts to save a man from a burning vehicle more than six years ago.

B.C. to end twice-yearly time changes with move to permanent Daylight Saving Time

Provincial Emily Joveski -
British Columbians will change their clocks for the last time this weekend as the province shifts to permanent daylight saving time.

Kootenay region finishes 2026 B.C. Winter Games with 38 medals

Sports Kate Brown -
The Kootenay region wrapped up competition at the 2026 Trail-Rossland B.C. Winter Games with a total of 38 medals.

Creston and District Credit Union celebrates 75 years

Community Kate Brown -
Creston and District Credit Union is marking 75 years of serving in the community with a celebration this summer.

Kootenays win five medals on opening day of B.C. Winter Games

Sports Kate Brown -
The Kootenays captured five medals and a share of the early lead Monday at the 2026 Trail-Rossland B.C. Winter Games.

Jared Basil named to Columbia Basin Trust board

Community Submitted Article -
A Valemount man has been elected chair of the Columbia Basin Trust, while four new directors have been appointed, including Jared Basil of the yaqan nuʔkiy.

RDCK prioritizes Creston complex upgrades in revised grant application

RDCK Storrm Lennie -
The Regional District of Central Kootenay will prioritize upgrades at the Creston and District Community Complex in a revised 2025 Strategic Priorities Fund application to the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM). 
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B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 

First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

2026 BC Election
First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.

Eby defends family’s use of $10-a-day childcare program

2026 BC Election
B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is facing criticism after confirming his family benefited from a $10-a-day child care program his government froze to new providers.

Gordon Skulnec puts affordability, property rights and public safety at centre of Kootenay Central campaign

2026 BC Election
Conservative Party of B.C. candidate Gordon Skulnec is drawing on his experience in policing, health care and housing as he seeks to represent Kootenay Central in the Oct. 24 provincial election.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.
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